The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) is investigating a homicide that occurred in Keys Village, St. Kitts, during the early hours of April 5, 2026.
At approximately 12:30 a.m., officers from the Cayon Police Station responded to a report of a shooting in the area. Initial investigations revealed that thirty-nine (39)-year-old Jermaine “Chubby” Clarke of College Street, St. Kitts, was seated in his vehicle with a female occupant when he was approached and shot multiple times by one or more armed assailants.
Both individuals were transported by private vehicle to the Joseph N. France General Hospital. Mr Clarke later succumbed to his injuries. The female occupant did not sustain any gunshot wounds; however, she was injured during the incident and is currently receiving medical care.
The Crime Scene Unit of the RSCNPF processed the scene and collected items of evidential value. Investigations into this incident are ongoing, and updates will be issued as they become available.
The RSCNPF is appealing to anyone with information that may assist in this matter to contact the nearest police station or report anonymously via the Crime Stoppers hotline at 707.
The RSCNPF extends heartfelt condolences to all who have been negatively affected by this incident.